A disposable product is a product designed for cheapness and short-term convenience rather than medium to long-term durability, with most products only intended for single use. The term is also sometimes used for products that may last several months (ex. disposable air filters) to distinguish from similar products that last indefinitely (ex. washable air filters).
Materials and costs
Disposable products are most often made from paper, plastic, cotton, or polystyrene foam.
Examples of disposable products
Kitchen & dining products
- Disposable dishware / drinkware (ex. plates, bowls, cups)
- Plastic cutlery (ex. spoons, knives, forks, sporks)
- Disposable table cloth
- Cans, bottles, jars, cartons, wrappers and other food packaging
- Inexpensive tupperware products
- Cupcake containers, coffee filters
Medical & hygiene products
Electronics
Other consumer products
See also
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